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Resistance Radio with John and Regan

John Kane & Regan de Loggans
Residential Schools
Native American Rights
Donald Trump
Native Sovereignty
Seneca Nation
Plenary Powers Doctrine
Native American History
Genocide
Racism
Doctrine Of Christian Discovery
Indian Citizenship Act
United States
Native American Mascots
WBAI
Doctrine Of Discovery
Native American Issues
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Sovereignty
Trump Administration
New York State

"Resistance Radio” is where Native voices are offered to the public discourse on Native issues and issues that affect us all. “Resistance Radio" airs live every Thursday at 3:00 PM EST on WBAI 99.5 FM in NYC. "Resistance Radio" is the only Native hosted, live, call-in radio talk show in a major market.

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So much has enter both the Native vernacular and the dominant narrative ABOUT Native people that is NOT accurate. We suggest some word swaps and understanding of what is currently being used.

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Recent Guests

Eve Reyes-Aguirre
Izkaloteka/Mexica (Aztec); works for Tontierra, an embassy for Indigenous Peoples
Tontierra
Episode: My guest today is Eve Reyes-Aguirre joining me from Phoenix, Arizona,
Shayna Lonoae
General Manager, WPFW 89.3 FM (Pacifica)
WPFW 89.3 FM
Episode: My second show of the week. This one from DC on WPFW. My guest is our General Manager Shayna Lonoae who is also Kanaka Maoli from Hawaii.a
Peter D'Errico
Author of 'Federal Anti-Indian Law', advocate and educator on Native issues.
Episode: Peter d'Errico author of FEDERAL ANTI-INDIAN LAW joins me to discuss recent challenges to the Plenary Powers Doctrine
Tiana Morano
Shinnecock Nation member residing in the Connetquot School District and advocate for Native rights
Episode: Tiana Morano joins me directly from the Connetquot School District
Jacqui Luqman
Political commentator and activist
Episode: Resistance Radio DC 8/15/25; Jacqui Luqman joins me for the hour to talk about Trump's takeover of the police and national museums.
Ted Trujillo
Enrolled member of the Passamaquoddy tribe
Episode: An Excerpt from Our Native America Calling appearance.
David Glass
A Native guest discussing the mascot issue from Minnesota
Episode: I got lots of media attemtion this week thanks to Donald Trump weighing in on the mascot debate; the WRONG side, of course!
Ted Torillo
A Native guest discussing the mascot issue from Illinois
Episode: I got lots of media attemtion this week thanks to Donald Trump weighing in on the mascot debate; the WRONG side, of course!
Nettie Gould
Indigenous member of the Yakama Nation with experience in federal grant writing and nonprofit management
Episode: Nettie Gould joins me from the Northwest in Washington and her attorney from Oklahoma to talk about a shifty not-for-profit.

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John Cain
Host focused on Native sovereignty, anti-colonial critique, and legal history within U.S. federal Indian law.
Regan
Co-host and producer providing context on Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and community media.

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John Kane Interview on We Decide: America at the Crossroads with Jenna Flanagan 6/8/26
Q: Can you frame the mascot debate as you see it?
Kane explains that New York State's ban on Native mascots is a long-imposed policy supported by education departments and civil rights offices, with disputes centered on whether some communities should retain mascots and the broader implications for Indigenous representation and rights.
John Kane interview on WBEN on Trump pushing Native mascots.
Q: Do you still feel that way about Native mascots treating native people like they don't exist anymore?
Kane expresses that Native mascots depict stereotypical and inaccurate images of Native people and are used without genuine respect for their identities.
Resistance Radio 6/12/25; We don't know what we don't know. That's why we need to share what we know.
Q: What are your thoughts on the left and right political parties?
There's not much difference between the left and the right; they're both involved in the same systems of capitalism and racism.
Resistance Radio 6/12/25; We don't know what we don't know. That's why we need to share what we know.
Q: Would you like to come to Massapequa and sit down with the superintendent with me, and let's grill him?
Yes, I'd love to come there and have a conversation.
Hey DC! this is what resisting a military invasion of your community looks like.
Q: How does the Constitution kick in if Congress and the courts are not addressing the corruption?
Unfortunately, the Constitution is not going to save you here; people must step up to resist.

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The show consistently centers Indigenous sovereignty, rights, and governance within the United States, often challenging foundational legal doctrines and constitutional interpretations that have historically constrained Native nations. Episodes frequently critique treaties, citizenship, and plenary powers, while connecting historical legal frameworks to contemporary policy, education, and media representation. A recurring thread is the role of language, law, and storytelling in advancing Indigenous voices, with thoughtful examinations of issues like the Doctrine of Christian Discovery, the trust doctrine, boarding schools, and Indigenous self-determination. Across episodes, the host pair blends historical analysis, personal narrative, and c... more

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2. Shayna Lonoae
3. Peter D'Errico
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6. Ted Trujillo
7. David Glass
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